Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi

June 29, 2011

Ferrari World is a Ferrari themed amusement park on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The park is situated under a 200,000 square metres (2,200,000 sq ft) roof making it the largest indoor amusement park in the world. Ferrari World officially opened on November 4, 2010. The theme park is home to Formula Rossa the world’s fastest roller coaster.

A Ferrari logo adorns the roof of the building and measures 65 metres (213 ft) by 48.5 metres (159 ft) – the largest Ferrari logo ever created. 12,370 tonnes of steel has been used to support this roof. The centre of the roof is marked by a 100-metre (330 ft) glazed funnel. The structure was declared complete on 29 October 2009 with the park due to open one year later.

Main Attractions :-Formula Rossa :- A hydraulically-launched roller coaster manufactured by the Swiss coaster design firm Intamin AG. It is currently the world’s fastest roller coaster reaching a top speed of 240 kilometres per hour.Galleria Ferrari :- the world’s largest Ferrari gallery outside Maranello.

G-Force – a spaceshot tower which launches riders over 62 m (203 ft) up and out of the building.

Guests can purchase merchandise from several retail outlets throughout the park including the largest Ferrari Store in the world and a Ferrari boutique capable of creating personalised souvenirs. The food and beverage outlets aim to provide a true Italian dining experience.